p. 32012. The appointment of trustees
- Richard ClementsRichard ClementsLeader of International Partnerships (Law) at the, University of the West of England, Bristol
- and Ademola AbassAdemola AbassHead of the African Centre for Peace and Security Training, Institute for Security Studies, Addis Ababa
Abstract
Titles in the Complete series combine extracts from a wide range of primary materials with clear explanatory text to provide readers with a complete introductory resource. This chapter discusses the following: the different types of trustee; the number of trustees required; the general duties of trustees; trustee decision making; disclaiming trusteeship; who is eligible to be a trustee; who has power to appoint trustees, express and statutory powers; the appointment of trustees by the beneficiaries; the appointment of trustees by the court; the vesting of the legal estate in the trustees; the retirement of trustees; and the removal of trustees; protection of beneficiaries.